1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1027 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | A8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
